i have no idea about cars... i think my power steering belt went out cause it always makes a annoying noise when i turn the wheel and just today it was really bad and while i was driving the battery light went on and then i looked under my hood and felt one of the belts and it was very loose it wasn't snapped off through and the belt is right next to the altonator or whatever. could someone please tell me what you think is the problem and how to fix it and how much the cost it and if i need it in the shop.. I HAVE NOT A CLUE... please help..
2007-08-19 19:46:45 · 5 answers · asked by amanda h 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
Belts are pretty cheap to purchase and install. Shouldn't run you more then 40 bucks to have the dealer or a shop install one for you.
2007-08-19 19:55:01 · answer #1 · answered by gearnofear 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It depends on the type of car. The belt might just need adjusting or a pulley might be worn out. An honest shop should be able to take care of it in a half hour at the most.
If the belt also runs the water pump, you can't drive it at all, or you'll burn up the engine. If the power steering pump and alternator are all that are out, you can put a charger on the battery and drive at least a few miles to a shop, as long as you can handle the stiffer steering.
2007-08-20 07:54:13 · answer #2 · answered by Nomadd 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depending on the belt setup in your car, it sounds like your alternator and p/s pump run off the same belt. On a newer car, the belt is adjusted auto matically with a spring loaded tensioner. Earlier models were adjusted by moving the alternator or pump to tighten the belt. Either way, you should change the belt now. It is probably cracked or glazed from slipping. It is not expensive to fix, most guys should be able to check it out in 5 minutes.
2007-08-20 03:09:23 · answer #3 · answered by John G 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It may be that all you need to do is add power steering fluid, but you should probably have your power steering pump checked out if that doesn't help.
As far as the battery light, maybe have the battery checked while your at it, as well as the alternator, and starter, as they can drain your battery if there is a problem with either one.
2007-08-20 02:59:50 · answer #4 · answered by Hawkster 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Lots of vehicle has mutiple jobs.if battery light came on its the altinator.Take to a garage if you dont you can fix it may just need tightened,and they can tell you if you need anew belt.Belts run different prices and to tighten it that takes only a few minutes.You may have a friend who has a bit of experiensc check around
2007-08-20 03:00:08 · answer #5 · answered by mr.mcscrofe 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋